Will You Be a Winner in 2026? Nominations for #TDA26 Now Open!

We’re on the hunt once again for the global finest in venue design, delivery and development as we invite Nominations for TheStadiumBusiness Design & Development Awards 2026 (#TDA26).

Launched in 2017, the awards recognise outstanding leadership, innovation, and achievement in the design, development, construction, and refurbishment of major sports and entertainment venues. Whether you are building the next generation of stadiums or upgrading an existing arena to drive winning venue business, we want to celebrate your milestones.

Nominations are invited from across the industry in the following categories:

• Destination
• Façade & Exterior
• Industry Partner
• AV Fan Experience
• Concourse Activation
• Community Project
• Innovation
• Hospitality & Premium
• Sustainability Delivered
• Project of the Year

Key Dates & Deadlines

• Judging Panel Announcement: Our international expert Judging Panel for 2026 will be announced on Monday 7 September 2026.
• Submission Deadline: Entries are free to submit and take just a few minutes, but you’ve got to move fast – nominations close at midnight GMT on Friday 11 September 2026.

Find more detailed descriptions of the Categories and Previous Winners here.

Donations for Nominations By nominating, you’ll also be doing some good. Once again, we have committed to making a corporate donation for every single nomination received! For every new completed entry, we will donate £5 (€6 / US$6) to Emergency UK – our chosen charity. Therefore, your nominations will not only count to the awards but also help save lives in war zones and disaster areas. If you are ready to share some love with a project, a team or venue, a colleague or even a competitor (!) then hit this link: